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Results for: Vantage Referral Code "rebate" Get Exclusive 10% Discount on Trading Fees

  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 25, 2013
Nicole Rissler rides sports tourism wave of success

As Visit Sarasota Sports Commission director of sports, Rissler combines her love of sports and marketing know-how.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 10, 2013
Caleb the turtle targets research, education

The juvenile Kemp's ridley turtle is the first of his species to get a permanent home. He could help with research at Mote Marine Laboratory and informing the public.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • April 17, 2013
Final Farewell: Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High seniors

Thirteen Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High seniors played the final East County rivalry game of their high school careers April 9.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • June 18, 2014
County dispatch services remain on hold

Commissioners need information about the level of service Sarasota County can provide before they decide the future of the town's emergency dispatch services.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • June 26, 2014
Elected mayor backers continue their push against time

More than 1,500 signatures shy of their goal, and already past a deadline the city attorney recommended, supporters of a new charter are still pushing for the November ballot.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • October 22, 2014
Mote: 'Dead in the water'

After Sarasota failed to endorse Mote's plan for a bayfront aquarium, the organization re-examines its options to accommodate growth.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 6, 2014
Candidates get northern exposure at Village debate

Commissioner Terry Gans and candidates Armando Linde and Irwin Pastor discussed issues affecting the north end last night.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 26, 2013
Our View: If they get it, they spend it

On the campaign stump, Sarasota County commissioners could say they stood firm on taxes. The 2013-2014 fiscal year millage rate will not increase.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • January 8, 2014
Paws for celebration

Honor Animal Rescue adopted out 1,000 animals in 2013, thanks to the DePew family's December adoption of Lexi, a 2-year-old collie mix.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 19, 2014
Key tourism: Brace for the storm

Frigid temperatures and snow storms up north continue to bring a flurry of tourists to hotel rooms on sunny Longboat Key.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • February 26, 2014
Jake Brady: Set in Concrete

Jake Brady never considered himself an artist until everyone else started labeling him one. Now, he's content signing his work.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By June LeBell |
  • October 30, 2013
Tidbites

Cooking for Kids; Learning to cook as an adult; Eat Here Out There; and Quick Bites.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • November 17, 2013
THEATER REVIEW: 'Show Boat'

Read Marty Fugate's theater review of Asolo Repertory Theatre's 'Show Boat.'

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • November 28, 2013
Sarasota residents speak out about homeless shelter

During Monday's joint meeting, city and county commissioners identified three sites as potential locations for a regional 'come as you are' shelter.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 29, 2014
Dancing queen

When she's not busy cheering on the Mustangs, Lakewood Ranch High senior Marina Masterson expands her dance skills through classes at the Sarasota Ballet.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • November 22, 2021
Lakewood Ranch, Braden River, Parrish high school marching bands finish season on bittersweet note

No trophies, but east Bradenton high school marching bands produce sweet final performances.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 9, 2021
Lakewood Ranch High School guidance clerk finalist for Support Employee of the Year

After unusual introduction to Lakewood Ranch High, Kari Keech-Babcock provides sweet service to school's community.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 20, 2024
Urbanite Theatre's 'Judith' is a Shakespearean shapeshifter

The play's star, Livy Scanlon, changes voices, accents and posture in the blink of an eye.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 21, 2024
Ariel Aparicio-Jerro gets into the groove at Fogartyville

The musician and arts administrator talks about his new job managing the music venue.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • July 18, 2024
How to have a successful car line

The car line doesn't have to be something you dread. Check out these tips on how to get through the car line safely while having fun.

  • East County
  • Schools
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